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What is a state complaint that is filed with the State Department of Education to resolve special education disputes? The IDEA and its implementing regulations provide that a parent, advocate, attorney or interested party can file a state complaint to resolve a special education dispute. 34 C.F.R. 300.153. The complaint must meet these requirements: statement that the local educational […]

This is the third and final post on school suspensions involving children with disabilities and what parents can do to challenge such suspensions in manifestations determination meetings and in juvenile or state court proceedings. One of the most difficult challenges facing parents of children with disabilities when the school system proposes to impose long-term suspension (more […]

In the first part of my discussion of school suspensions that may lead to your child taken into custody or arrested, I outlined your rights and remedies in court. In part two of this discussion, I will focus more on the school disciplinary procedures for a child with a disability. If you child is charged with a […]

This web site is designed to reach out to those that are seeking the services of a special education and disability rights attorney that an provide useful information on the educational rights of children and adults with disabilities. It is important that parents have access to an experienced and knowledgeable attorney in this highly specialized area of law. This website will give you information and resources on special education and disability rights issues and topics, and how to retain the services of a lawyers to represent your child or family member with a disability in special education, juvenile, criminal, and other related matters. There is a also a special education blog for your comments, idea, and questions on special education and disability issues.

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